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Category Archives: Transgender
Trans Joy Isn’t Declining — It’s Evolving
You are part of a lineage of people who have always known how to survive, how to transform pain into pride, and how to dream of and CREATE better futures. Continue reading
Posted in gay rights, Politics, Transgender
Tagged activist, declining, Diamond Stylz, gender, identitfication, lgbtq, marsha's plate, nonbinary, Politics, population, queer, trangender, trans, trans identity, trans joy, transgender, transsexual, United States, writing
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Another GLAAD Award WIN
We won This is my second GLAAD AWARD winning project Ive been involved in and im so proud of this work Shout out to Sammy Lisel and @newlevant for all the hard work in bringing this to life. @awaveblueworld This … Continue reading
Posted in african american, gay rights, Media, Transgender
Tagged childrens books, Diamond Stylz, GLAAD, Glaad award, graphic novel, trans kids, transgender, winner
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Calling Out Toxic Masculinity: A Path to Freedom, Not Erasure
The legacy of slavery and racial discrimination has profoundly impacted the construction of Black masculinity, leading to stereotypes and societal expectations that Black men must overcome.
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Tagged american male, anthony mackie, black feminism, black masculinity, depression, Diamond Stylz, discrimination, fatherhood, feminism, gay, gender, health masculinity, lgbtq, manhood, manly, masculinity, men, men's health, mental health, mental-health, patriarchy, pivot, podcast, protecter, provider, sex addict, suicide, tough, toxic masculinity, trans, transgender, United States
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Marsha’s Plate: Shadawn McCants
Shadawn McCants is a dedicated HIV activist committed to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and advocating for the rights of individuals living with HIV. Through her work, she empowers communities with education, resources, and support, striving to create a more informed … Continue reading
Posted in african american, black women, HIV, Houston, podcast, Race, Sex, Transgender
Tagged black women, CDC, cis vs trans, cisgender women, diagnosis, Diamond Stylz, health care, HIV, Houston, interview, LGBT, marsha's plate podcast, new cases, podcast, Shadawn McCants, status, survivor, testing, transgender, United States, video, VIIV
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Sam Nordquist Case
In February 2025, the tragic death of 24-year-old transgender man Sam Nordquist shocked communities nationwide. Originally from Minnesota, Sam traveled to New York in September 2024 to meet an online girlfriend, intending to return home after two weeks. He decide … Continue reading
Posted in deaths, diamond stylz, hate crime, Race, Transgender, videos
Tagged Diamond Stylz, found, hate crime, murder, New York, sam nordquist, Trans man, transgender, upstate
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New Commissioner
In a significant development, I have been appointed to Harris County Commissioner Court’s LGBTQIA+ commission. This commission aims to advance the queer community’s rights and well-being in Harris County, with a focus on inclusivity and representation. Through my long-standing advocacy work, I aim to contribute to creating a more welcoming and supportive community for LGBTQIA+ individuals, safeguarding their rights and dignity in the face of ongoing challenges. Continue reading
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Tagged commission, Diamond Stylz, gay, Houston, LGBT, lgbtqia, lifestyle, new, news, pride
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What A Year
This year has been fiscally challenging for me due to sooooo many exploitive community practices, low paying job opportunities and the recession hitting hard. After a week of no’s and closing doors, I was feeling pretty defeated all week. I … Continue reading
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We Won a GLAAD Award
So our project won a GLAAD award for Outstanding Journalism Long-Form. We had an amazing time talking with Juju Chang and sharing my activist history and current work with Marsha’s Plate Podcast and BTAC To see all the other young … Continue reading
Posted in Television, Transgender, Uncategorized
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Deeper Than The Natural
Cisgender and transgender women can find sisterhood in each other by recognizing their shared experiences and embracing their similarities. Continue reading
Posted in diamond stylz, lgbt music, Media, Politics, Transgender
Tagged allyship, aretha franklin, beauty standards, black feminism, cisgender, dismantling, gender identity, identity, intersectionality, misogynoir, natural woman, patriarchy, Politics, queer, sisterhood, trans, trans community, transgender, womanhood, women
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U.S. v. Skrmetti Listening Party
Diamond. Stylz offers a space for community discussion and understanding of this critical U.S. vs Skrmetti case. Continue reading →